Laboratory Technician - Virus Operations 1st Shift 7:15am - 3:45pm

Zoetis Spain SL; Lincoln, Northern (NE, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 Sign on Bonus

4 weeks vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan repayment

Health benefits from day 1

Job summary

Zoetis is seeking a production operator for a mammalian cell culture and GMP environment in Lincoln, NE. The role involves performing production processes, operating sterile equipment, logging process documentation, and maintaining equipment per GMP and safety policies.

Required is a high school diploma; a BS in Biological sciences is preferred. The shift is 1st shift (7:15am–3:45pm) with overtime potential.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• BS in Biological sciences preferred.
• Preference given to applicants with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform production processes and operate equipment for production of bulk viral antigen.
• Understand and apply good cell culture practices as it relates to viral and antibody production.
• Operate downstream processing equipment (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, sterile filtration).
• Identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment with bioreactors/fermentors.
• Complete process documentation in support of GMP and follow safety policies.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture practices

Basic mechanical troubleshooting

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Metric system knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BS in Biological sciences preferred

Job description

Benefits Include:

$500 Sign on Bonus 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays. 401(k) match with company profit sharing. Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program. Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1.

Position Summary

Work in a manufacturing laboratory setting using mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP. Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.

Hours: 1st Shift, 7:15am - 3:45pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen. Understand and apply good cell culture practices as it relates to viral and antibody production. Operate equipment involved in downstream processing of production bulk fluids (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, sterile filtration, etc.). Using knowledge of bioreactors/fermentors and support equipment, apply skills to identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment. Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP. Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality. Level of the job will be determined by the successful candidate.

Education and Experience

High school degree or equivalent required. BS in Biological sciences preferred. Preference given to applicants with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.

Technical Skills and Competencies

Required Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills. Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques are desirable. Good communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills and working knowledge of metric system. Fundamental understanding of bioreactors/fermentors is desirable.

Physical Position Requirements

Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, biohazards, continuous standing and lifting to a maximum of 50 lbs.

Full time Regular Colleague

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis. At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.